California Conservation Manager (NorCal)

• Support the development and execution of strategic program priorities to advance TWS' goals in California, including conservation designation campaigns, land planning, stewardship, and conservation funding efforts.
• Assist in developing and cultivating coalitions, providing strategic guidance to local partners, and positioning TWS as a trusted collaborator among partners and decision makers.
• Foster relationships and build a network to educate and influence decision-makers, media, and opinion leaders on TWS' priorities in California.
• Plan and represent TWS at public and private gatherings, prepare written and visual materials, and support fundraising efforts.

This role directly contributes to protecting America's wild places by advancing conservation campaigns, building coalitions, and influencing policy decisions in California, ensuring public lands are preserved for future generations and that conservation efforts are inclusive and equitable.

• Minimum 5 years of experience working on or leading issue advocacy or political campaigns and/or advancing public policy changes at local, state, or federal level, including through community organizing.
• Successful track record of building relationships and collaborating with diverse stakeholders in an inclusive, transparent, and effective manner.
• Knowledge of public lands, environmental, and/or conservation issues in California helpful but not required.
• Solid communication skills with ability to write and speak concisely and persuasively to diverse audiences; strong leadership qualities rooted in inclusion.

Salary range: $75,000-$80,000. Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, pet insurance; sick and vacation leave; sabbatical program; retirement plan with employer contribution. Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The Wilderness Society is a national conservation organization dedicated to protecting America's wild places since 1935. Through science, advocacy, and partnerships, they champion the protection of wilderness, national parks, forests, and other public lands.